Dickens Otieno Kenyan, b. 1979
Religious Apparel, Legio Maria Priest (black with spikes), 2020
Shredded aluminium cans woven on galvanised steel mesh
150 x 122 x 35 cm
59 1/8 x 48 1/8 x 13 3/4 in
59 1/8 x 48 1/8 x 13 3/4 in
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Dickens Otieno's garment sculptures reflect his interest in fabrics and garment construction (which developed from his childhood watching the work of his mother a tailor) and the use of clothing...
Dickens Otieno's garment sculptures reflect his interest in fabrics and garment construction (which developed from his childhood watching the work of his mother a tailor) and the use of clothing and an indicator of social/cultural identity.
Legio Maria (latin. Legion of Mary) is an independent African church, a charismatic offshoot of the Roman Catholic church. The church was established in 1962. The founders of the church claimed they were led to start the church after experiencing prophetic revelations. The two founders, as well as the majority of the members of the church, at its inception belonged to the Luo ethnic group.
Legio adherents wear clothing of a particular colour (or colours) to identify themselves with certain saints and/or angels. The colours indicate a function in the church and/or that a particular "angel" has appeared to the adherent and offers protection. The angel's or saint's protection is invoked and acknowledged publicly by wearing the colour. For example, a Legio Mar1a in red is an exorcist of the order of Michael or Gabriel, and a woman in purple clothing is the Legio Maria equivalent of a Catholic nun.
Legio Maria (latin. Legion of Mary) is an independent African church, a charismatic offshoot of the Roman Catholic church. The church was established in 1962. The founders of the church claimed they were led to start the church after experiencing prophetic revelations. The two founders, as well as the majority of the members of the church, at its inception belonged to the Luo ethnic group.
Legio adherents wear clothing of a particular colour (or colours) to identify themselves with certain saints and/or angels. The colours indicate a function in the church and/or that a particular "angel" has appeared to the adherent and offers protection. The angel's or saint's protection is invoked and acknowledged publicly by wearing the colour. For example, a Legio Mar1a in red is an exorcist of the order of Michael or Gabriel, and a woman in purple clothing is the Legio Maria equivalent of a Catholic nun.